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Why the Massive Maginot Line Failed to Stop Hitler
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After WWI, the French built a fortress of bunkers at its borders to stop another German invasion. But the Maginot Line has come to have a second meaning as a bad defense strategy.
How the Harlem Renaissance Sparked a New African American Identity
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The historic period of the Harlem Renaissance hit its height a century ago, but its influence has impacted American culture through the decades.
5 Polar Expeditions That Went Disastrously Wrong
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Hundreds of explorers tried to locate the Northwest Passage. Many of those attempts ended badly. HowStuffWorks looks at five.
How Saturn Cars Work
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Saturn cars go back to 1982, when GM launched Project Saturn to build smaller quality cars. Find out how Saturn Corporation came to be.
Are These Christmas Traditions From the Past Real or Fake?
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Are you sure you know about the real origins of tree decorating? What about the reason we send Christmas cards every December? This quiz will leave you knowledgeable about all things Christmas past - and how those traditions shape our experiences today!
Maiasaura
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The name Maiasaura means "good mother reptile." Learn more about the Maiasaura dinosaur, other Late Cretaceous dinosaurs and dinosaurs of all eras.
1928 Chevrolet Pickup
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The 1928 Chevrolet pickup truck boasted standard four-wheel brakes. See pictures and get more details about the classic 1928 Chevrolet pickup.
1954 Chrysler GS-1 Special Coupe
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The 1954 Chrysler GS-1 Special Coupe was a limited production car with an inspired design. Read about the 1954 Chrysler GS-1 Special Coupe.
More Proof Neanderthals Weren't Stupid: They Made Their Own String
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We make a big deal about modern humans being smarter than Neanderthals, but, really, are we?
Earth's Oldest Color Was Pink
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Scientists have found that ancient fossilized chlorophyll was dark red and purple in its concentrated form, which means that when diluted by water or soil, it would have lent a pink cast to earth and sea.